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Barney School of Business:
A Degree That Works for You
At the Barney School of Business, preparing the next generation of business leaders and change makers extends far beyond the classroom. Since our founding in 1958, we continue to be recognized for our everevolving curriculum, hands-on learning opportunities, close student-faculty interaction, personal and customized advising, and innovative Career Ready programs. From degree programs in highly sought-after fields, to top-ranked faculty and facilities that inspire success, your career is our top priority.
Whether you dream of Fortune 500 success, your own entrepreneurial venture, supporting a nonprofit, or something in between, there’s no denying the difference a Barney education makes. And it’s easy to see why we are among the 5 percent of business schools in the world that are AACSB accredited.
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$60K–$70K median reported salary range.
Named one of the Best Business Schools by The Princeton Review.
Hartford is ranked among the top 10 best cities to find jobs in America on the Glassdoor list.
77 Fortune 500 companies are situated in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York.
100% of our students complete at least one internship in their primary field of study.
91% of our graduates are working or continuing their education within six months of receiving their degrees.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Our academic programs mirror the changing landscape of today’s fast-paced, evolving business world. A Barney degree isn’t standard—it’s designed with the needs and interests of our students in mind. With eight undergraduate programs, four master’s degrees, five dual-degree graduate programs, and eleven postgraduate certificate programs, you’ll find a path to your passion.
FACULTY AND HANDS-ON LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Our faculty are academic leaders and practitioners in their fields, bringing concepts and materials to life through case studies and innovative approaches to analytics, marketing, and more. Hands-on learning experiences are the cornerstone of our approach to business education, which is why all Barney students complete at least one internship in their field of study prior to graduation.
FACILITIES
Much like our ever-evolving curriculum, our facilities keep pace with the needs of our students, providing state-of-the-art, high-tech learning spaces that match today’s modern business world. In 2019, we added 10,000 square feet of space—and renovated another 1,300 square feet—in Auerbach Hall, home of the Barney School of Business. This enhanced learning environment allows our students to gain understanding and familiarity with business through experiential learning that mirrors real-word business settings.
CAREER READY CURRICULUM
At the Barney School, your business training starts in the classroom, but our focus on developing your personal and professional skills ensures that you will be careerready for success.
[SPOTLIGHT]
– KARAN PRAJAPATI ’23
Being an international student, I had very little knowledge of the U.S. health-care system before the project. Now, I have a better understanding of health care and its five pillars. In addition, this project gave me a chance to improve my data extraction skills and to put my analytics skills to practical use via software like tableau and excel.
KARAN PRAJAPATI ’23
A business analytics and managerial economics major with a minor in data science. Jr. Financial Analyst Intern at APS Technology.
Prajapati worked on the learning project developed by Barney and CVS Health, including a case competition where competitors must develop innovative alternatives specific to the LGBTQ+ community, leading to better access to health care. This experience has been very beneficial to him as an international student.
CREATE YOUR BARNEY PORTFOLIO:
RIGOROUS CURRICULUM
• Majors
• Minors
BARNEY EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
• Internship
• Project Learning
• Practicums
• Applied Research
• Combining Experiential Learning With Academics
CAREER SKILLS AND LIFE MANAGEMENT
• Barney Passport Program:
• Beginning your first year, you will be part of our passport program, acquiring experience and technical skills in a variety of areas to help you succeed in your career after the Barney School.
• Excel
• Tableau
• Bloomberg Market Concepts
• Project Management
• Udemy Learning Platform: Programming
- Languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
• BAR Courses:
This series of courses covers fundamental skills needed to • operate effectively in a business environment, and prepares students for careers by exploring career alternatives, résumé preparation, and interview techniques.
• Mentorship
• Life Skills Training
• Extracurricular
Whether pursuing an undergraduate degree as you prepare to enter the workforce, or post-graduate study to advance your career, you have the confidence to know that each program represents today’s most pressing business needs. Barney’s signature combination of a core business curriculum, supported by critical real-world experiences, ensures that you graduate with the tools to navigate your career with confidence.
